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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2013 14:51:42 GMT
The Photo above is showing how my T3 looks like when I bought it from its previous owner. Those spokes reflectors, seatbag and the plastic toe-clip are no longer there. I spent the last winter season commuting around and feels it's time to upgrade some parts. Nothing huge or tacticool though! Due to the road condition around here, I ditched changing the wheels' idea. Shifters are fine with me and new pedals are coming. So I was wondering if you guys would recommend some other components in a 100 quid range?
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Post by psyclepath on May 30, 2013 15:23:36 GMT
If everything is running ok and doesn't need replacing then why upgrade anything? If you are going to use it as a commuter bike then to be honest the important thing is simply that it works. It's too easy to get obsessed I've found looking for upgrades that make no real perceptible difference. However if you need good reliability then a good start would be to upgrade the tyres to types that offer more puncture protection. If using throughout winter too some all weather brake pads might be a good idea. As would decent headlight etc.
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Post by zoltansocrates on May 30, 2013 15:57:05 GMT
Some nice elite bottle cages in black, the whites a too garish Poss white seat and bar tape but that is cosmetic rather than effective upgrade Just enjoy some summer riding, save the cash and work out what you need so that at Xmas time you can exploit the sales
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2013 16:21:24 GMT
As already said if it's not broken don't fix it .A nice white seat and white bar tape will make it look like a totally new bike though.
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2013 16:21:43 GMT
and some decent tyres
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Post by captslog on May 30, 2013 17:51:27 GMT
Have you replaced the saddle bag with something else? I was just interested in why you had removed it.
I can't understand what people have against these, they're great for carrying the stuff you need in case of a puncture etc
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Post by panda on May 30, 2013 18:14:42 GMT
Have you replaced the saddle bag with something else? I was just interested in why you had removed it. I can't understand what people have against these, they're great for carrying the stuff you need in case of a puncture etc I agree, it is the first thing that I would recommend people to buy. Some of my friends cycle with a big rucksack on their backs with food, drink, innertubes, pump and tool kit. I have this in a small bag, food in my pocket and pump/drinks on the bike. No back pack
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Post by panda on May 30, 2013 18:17:03 GMT
Clipless peddals? Mine have just arrived, Shimano PD-M530 in white! Can't wait to try them/fall off!
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Post by Deleted on May 31, 2013 21:23:01 GMT
Clipless peddals? Mine have just arrived, Shimano PD-M530 in white! Can't wait to try them/fall off! Panda, It really is worth spending 2+hours close to a wall or something else you can lean on, learning to get your foot in and then, more importantly, OUT of the pedals. I have some Shimano clipless, inherited from my mum, who broke her elbow when she couldn't unclip in time at a junction and found herself laying on the wrong side of the road, still attached to the bike, in a world of pain and unable to get up..... You may feel stupid practicing against a wall, maybe it could save your life, being able to confidently rip your foot out in an emergency. Just my advice....
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Post by spaceflightorange on May 31, 2013 23:38:51 GMT
Brakes? maybe some new blocks
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2013 21:09:39 GMT
Hi guys,I'm really glad to read all your advice and I do appreciate the feedback. My main aim was if there is an "common upgrade" that might generally recommended to T3s owners in general? Tyres and brake blocks are on my to-do list so any ideas here? One thing I have to mention here, the locking lever on the front brake is a bit loose but the braking mechanism is working fine. Regarding the saddlebag, I'm one of those who like to carry all their stuff in the backpack Thanks again
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Post by Deleted on Jun 1, 2013 22:50:55 GMT
I know you said not the wheels but cmon...... It's probably the best thing to change. From Β£70 upwards.
Or if the roads really are that bad go to 25c tyres, to add comfort and a smoother ride.
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Post by Radchenister on Jun 2, 2013 8:13:57 GMT
I am intrigued as to what makes the op's roads any different to the rest of the UK so that wheels are ruled out? IMO the saddle is either a maybe or perhaps a must depending on individual comfort, the pedals are similar, the stem may also be a bike fit improvement: if you're not up for the tyres and wheels, then everything else is low on the list if we're honest. You can keep a black saddle even if replaced, the bar tape is fine (just ordered my 3rd variant and once on the bike it's largely forgotten about when riding), the brakes aren't an essential upgrade unless you are a mountain goat who does fast descents (still not got round to mine, try not to use brakes at all ). But let's face it, upgrades are fun.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 2, 2013 9:45:18 GMT
I'm with trotter, new wheels. Best upgrade I've made and I only bought the entry level shimano r501s for Β£65.
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Post by robertsims on Jun 2, 2013 12:04:41 GMT
Out of curiosity if limited budget would people either buy new wheels for say Β£70 but put original/cheap tyres on them or keep existing wheels but upgrade tyres (something like rubino pros about Β£40 for set) just curious.
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